Eye Care
06 Aug 2012
Diabetes and eye diseases
Diabetes is a condition that affects the body’s ability to control sugar levels. This can be due to autoimmune damage to the pancreas (Type 1),…
Children's health
26 Jul 2012
Medicine or Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs after a person consumes too much of a drug, medication or poison. Overdose can occur accidentally when a person inadvertently takes…
Children's health
07 Feb 2012
Toilet Training (Potty Training)
Toilet training is an important developmental milestone and can be a challenging step for both parents and toddlers.
Children's health
07 Jan 2012
Alcohol consumption: Short-term health consequences
As the amount of alcohol consumed in a single sitting is increased, the BAC increases proportionately. Once the BAC has surpassed 0.05%, inhibitions are reduced…
Exercise
20 Dec 2011
Beating stress and depression in the festive season
The festive season is a time of celebration, but for many Australians the festivities also mean extra pressures, like buying gifts, attending many social gatherings,…
Cancer
16 Dec 2011
Sticking to your New Year's resolutions
The New Year is a time of good intention. However, despite good intentions, many individuals fail to fulfil their New Year’s resolutions, because changing health…
Children's health
14 Dec 2011
Safety in the festive season
Christmas is a time for fun and family. However, the traditions of Christmas, from the tree to the turkey, can create dangers which may put…
Family
08 Dec 2011
Safe sex, alcohol and the work Christmas party
Relaxing and getting to know work colleagues is a well-deserved reward for a year of hard work. But bear in mind that the combination of…
Children's health
25 May 2011
Alcohol: Responsible drinking
Alcohol is commonly consumed for fun during social occasions in Australia and most Australians have tried alcoholic beverages at some stage. Alcohol can cause several…
